Privacy Policy for Hanzi Path
Effective Date: [2026-09-28]
Hanzi Path is an educational augmented reality (AR) application designed to help learners visualize and master Chinese characters through mnemonic animations and interactive experiences. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you use the application.
1. Purpose of the Application
Hanzi Path is an educational and research-informed application focused on exploring innovative ways to teach and learn Chinese characters using augmented reality. The app is designed to provide an engaging learning experience for students, educators, and language enthusiasts.
2. Information We Collect
The application collects minimal data, strictly necessary for technical functionality and user support.
a. Information You May Provide Voluntarily
Email address (if you contact support or reach out with feedback)
Feedback provided through inquiries or user surveys
b. Automatically Collected Information
Basic usage data (e.g., feature interaction, app stability, crash reports)
Device information (device type, operating system version)
This information is collected solely to improve app stability, performance, and user experience.
3. AI-Generated Content & Features
Hanzi Path may include features that assist in rendering or processing visual assets and interactive components.
Inputs are used only to generate or display the requested content within the app.
No personally identifiable learner data is used to train proprietary AI models.
AI services are used strictly as technical processing tools, not for tracking, profiling, or commercial advertising.
4. How We Use Information
Collected information is used to:
Improve app usability, performance, and content delivery
Provide technical support and respond to user inquiries
Evaluate educational effectiveness (in anonymized form, where applicable)
5. Data Sharing
We do not:
Sell user data
Share data with external advertisers
Use data for commercial profiling
Data may be accessed only by the developer for maintenance, support, and functional improvements.
6. Data Storage and Security
Data is stored securely using industry-standard cloud and database services.
Reasonable safeguards are applied to prevent unauthorized access or data loss.
While best practices are followed, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.
7. Children’s Privacy
Hanzi Path is designed to be accessible to a wide audience of language learners. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate parental or institutional guidance. If you believe a child has provided personal information inappropriately, please contact us for prompt removal.
8. Your Rights
You may:
Request access to any personal data you have provided
Request the correction or deletion of your data
Requests can be sent to: malek.elkouzi@queensu.ca
9. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect app updates, new features, or store compliance requirements. The latest version will always be accessible via our designated platform links.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Developer: Malek El Kouzi
Email: malek.elkouzi@queensu.ca